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1. Replacing the Display Assembly 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Place the display assembly in position and replace the two screws one on each side that secure the display assembly to the computer base 3 Route the Mini Card antenna cables through the routing guides 4 Connect the antenna cables to the WWAN card if applicable see Replacing the WWAN Card 5 Connect the antenna cables to the WLAN card if applicable see Replacing the WLAN Card 6 Connect the display cable and the camera cable to the system board connectors 7 Replace the I O board see Replacing the I O Board 8 Replace the palm rest bracket see Replacing the Palm Rest Bracket 9 Replace the memory module see Replacing the Memory Module 10 Replace the hard drive see Replacing the Hard Drive 11 Connect the speaker cable to the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Replacing the Speakers 12 Replace the palm rest see Replacing the Palm Rest 13 Replace the keyboard see Replacing the Keyboard 14 Replace the battery see Replacing the Battery CAUTI ON Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer Hinge Caps Removing the Hinge Caps 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the display assembly see Removing the Display Assembly 3 Press both side
2. Width Height Battery Type Attributes Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time when the computer is off approximate Operating time Life span approximate Temperature range Operating two 4 pin USB 2 0 compliant connectors one 4 pin power USB 2 0 compliant connector one HDMI connector 11 6 inch HD WLED with TrueLife 144 mm 5 7 inches 256 12 mm 10 1 inches 293 83 mm 11 6 inches 1366 x 768 at 262 K colors 60 Hz 0 closed to 135 180 min 200 typ cd m2 40 min 15 30 min 0 1875 x 0 1875 mm brightness can be controlled through keyboard shortcuts for more information see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or at support dell com 86 US 87 UK Brazil 90 Japan QWERTY 1 3 megapixel 640 x 480 at 30 fps maximum 240 cpi 84 45 mm 3 32 inches sensor active area 41 6 mm 1 64 inches rectangle 23 1 mm 0 91 inches 39 04 mm 1 54 inches 204 14 mm 8 04 inches 0 165 kg 0 36 Ib 11 1 VDC 3 0 hours 3 cell w A 2 4 0 hours 6 cell Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power intensive conditions For more information see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or at support dell com 0 to 35 C 32 to 95 F 300 discharge charge cycles Storage 40 to 65 C 40 to 149 F AC Adapter Dimensions Wian Temperature ranges Storage
3. 3 Remove the three screws that secure the keyboard to the computer base CAUTION The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile easily dislodged and time consuming to replace Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard A CAUTI ON Be extremely careful when removing and handling the keyboard Failure to do so could result in scratching the display panel 4 Turn the computer over and open the display as far as possible 5 Pry out the left side of the keyboard by using a plastic scribe Gently release the left side of the keyboard and then the right side until it comes out from the palm rest bracket 6 Ease the keyboard up until the keyboard cable connector is visible 7 Without pulling hard on the keyboard hold it towards the display 8 Lift the connector latch and pull the pull tab on the keyboard cable to disconnect the keyboard cable from the system board connector 9 Lift the keyboard off the palm rest bracket 1 keyboard 2 tabs 5 fa eeyboora cabs fe fom E connector latch Replacing the Keyboard 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Slide the keyboard cable into the connector on the system board Press down on the connector latch to secure the keyboard cable to the system board connector 3 Align the tabs on the keyboard with the slots on the palm rest bracket and gently press the keyboard to snap it into place 4 Turn the computer over and replace the three screws that
4. 30 to 65 C 22 to 149 F Physical Height 16 4 mm to 25 8 mm 0 64 inches to 1 01 inches Width 292 mm 11 49 inches Depth 214 mm 8 42 inches Weight with 3 cell battery Configurable to less than 1 35 kg 2 98 Ibs Computer Environment Temperature range Operating 0 to 35 C 32 to 95 F Storage 40 to 65 C 40 to 149 F Relative humidity maximum Operating 10 to 90 noncondensing Storage 5 to 90 noncondensing Maximum vibration using a random vibration spectrum that simulates user environment Operating 0 66 GRMS Non Operating 1 3 GRMS Maximum shock for operating measured with Dell Diagnostics running on the hard drive and a 2 ms half sine pulse for non operating measured with hard drive in head parked position and a 2 ms half sine pulse Operating 110 GRMS Non Operating 160 GRMS Altitude maximum Operating 15 2 to 3048 m 50 to 10 000 ft Storage 15 2 to 10 668 m 50 to 35 000 ft Airborne contaminant level G2 or lower as defined by ISA S71 04 1985 Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Memory and Processor Board Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual o Removing the Memory and Processor Board Replacing the Memory and Processor Board A WARNING Before working inside your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practices informati
5. Manual K NOTE A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer A CAUTI ON A CAUTI ON indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem A WARNING A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage personal injury or death Information in this document is subject to change without notice 2009 Dell Inc All rights reserved Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc is strictly forbidden Trademarks used in this text Dell the DELL logo and Inspiron are trademarks of Dell Inc Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and is used by Dell under license Microsoft Windows Windows Vista and Windows Vista start button logo are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries Intel Celeron and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U S and other countries Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products Dell Inc disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own August 2009 Rev A00 Back to Contents Page
6. Page Memory Module Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual Removing the Memory Module Replacing the Memory Module WARNING Before working inside your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practices information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_ compliance CAUTION Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty CAUTION To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on your computer gt gt gt CAUTI ON To help prevent damage to the system board remove the main battery see Removing the Battery before working inside the computer E NOTE Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty Removing the Memory Module 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the battery see Removing the Battery 3 Remove the keyboard see Removing the Keyboard A CAUTI ON To prevent damage to the memory module connector do not use tools to spread the memory module securing clips 4 Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the memory module pops up 5 Remove the memory module
7. Remove the three screws that secure the hard drive assembly to the computer base Pull the pull tab on the hard drive bracket towards the right to disconnect the hard drive assembly from the interposer fees E hard drive assembly 6 CAUTI ON When the hard drive is not in the computer store it in protective antistatic packaging see Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge in the safety instructions that shipped with your computer Pull the pull tab on the hard drive bracket to lift the hard drive assembly at an angle and out of the hard drive compartment as shown in the illustration 1 pull tab 2 hard drive assembly 7 Remove the four screws that secure the hard drive bracket to the hard drive and remove the hard drive bracket screws 4 2 hard arive bracket Replacing the Hard Drive 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the new hard drive from its packaging Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive 3 Replace the hard drive bracket and the four screws that secure the hard drive bracket to the hard drive 4 Place the hard drive assembly in the hard drive compartment 5 Push the hard drive assembly towards the left until it is fully connected to the interposer 6 Replace the three screws that secure the hard drive assembly to the computer base 7 Replace the keyboard see Replacing the Keyboard 8 Replace the battery see Replacing the Bat
8. Removing the Keyboard 4 Remove the palm rest see Removing the Palm Rest 5 Disconnect the speaker cable from the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Removing the Speakers 6 Remove the hard drive see Removing the Hard Drive 7 Remove the memory module see Removing the Memory Module 8 Remove the palm rest bracket see Removing the Palm Rest Bracket 9 In sequential order indicated on the processor heat sink loosen the four captive screws that secure the processor heat sink to the system board pee captive screws 4 A CAUTI ON To ensure maximum cooling for the processor do not touch the heat transfer areas on the processor heat sink assembly The oils in your skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal pads 10 Lift the processor heat sink off the system board Replacing the Processor Heat Sink K NOTE This procedure assumes that you have already removed the processor heat sink and are ready to replace it NOTE The original thermal pad can be reused if the original heat sink is replaced If the heat sink is replaced use the thermal pad provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Place the processor heat sink on the system board 3 Align the four captive screws on the processor heat sink with the screw holes on the system board and tighten the screws in sequential order indicated on the proc
9. S and other countries Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products Dell Inc disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own Regulatory Model PO3T series Regulatory Type PO3T001 August 2009 Rev A00 Back to Contents Page AC Adapter Connector Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual o Removing the AC Adapter Connector Replacing the AC Adapter Connector A WARNING Before working inside your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practices information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_compliance A CAUTI ON Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty A CAUTI ON To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on your computer A CAUTI ON To help prevent damage to the system board remove the main battery see Removing the Battery before working inside the computer Removing the AC Adapter Connector 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the battery see Removing the Battery 3 Remove the keyboard see Removing the Keyboard 4 Remove the pa
10. WLAN card you are installing The following table provides the antenna cable color scheme for the WLAN card supported by your computer Connectors on the Mini Card Antenna Cable Color Scheme WLAN 2 antenna cables Main WLAN white triangle Auxiliary WLAN black triangle black 7 Replace the palm rest bracket see Replacing the Palm Rest Bracket 8 Replace the memory module see Replacing the Memory Module 9 Replace the hard drive see Replacing the Hard Drive 10 Connect the speaker cable to the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Replacing the Speakers 11 Replace the palm rest see Replacing the Palm Rest 12 Replace the keyboard see Replacing the Keyboard 13 Replace the battery see Replacing the Battery CAUTION Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer 14 Install the drivers and utilities for your computer as required For more information see the Dell Technology Guide NOTE If you are installing a communication card from a source other than Dell you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities For more generic driver information see the Dell Technology Guide Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Palm Rest Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual Removing the Palm Rest Replacing the Palm Rest WARNING Before working inside
11. from the memory module connector memory module connector securing clips 2 memory module Replacing the Memory Module 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Align the notch in the memory module with the tab in the memory module connector 3 Slide the memory module firmly into the slot at a 45 degree angle and press the memory module down until it clicks into place If you do not hear the click remove the memory module and reinstall it K NOTE If the memory module is not installed properly the computer may not boot 1 memory module connector 2 tab 4 Replace the keyboard see Replacing the Keyboard 5 Replace the battery see Replacing the Battery CAUTI ON Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer 6 Turn on the computer To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer click Start Help and Support Dell System I nformation Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Wireless Mini Card s Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual WWAN Card WLAN Card WARNING Before working inside your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practices information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_compliance CAUTION Only a certified service technician
12. palm rest bracket speakers 2 a speaker cable connector 7 Lift the speakers off the palm rest bracket Replacing the Speakers 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Place the speakers on the palm rest bracket 3 Replace the four screws two on each side that secure the speakers to the palm rest bracket 4 Route the speaker cable through the routing guides 5 Connect the speaker cable to the speaker cable connector on the I O board 6 Replace the palm rest see Replacing the Palm Rest 7 Replace the battery see Replacing the Battery CAUTI ON Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page System Board Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board Setting the Keyboard Matrix A WARNING Before working inside your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practices information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_compliance A CAUTI ON Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty A CAUTI ON To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding
13. secure the keyboard to the computer base 5 Replace the battery see Replacing the Battery A CAUTI ON Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page LED Board Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual Removing the LED Board Replacing the LED Board A WARNING Before working inside your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practices information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_compliance A CAUTI ON Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty A CAUTI ON To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on your computer A CAUTI ON To help prevent damage to the system board remove the main battery see Removing the Battery before working inside the computer Removing the LED Board 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the battery see Removing the Battery 3 Remove the keyboard see Removing the Keyboard 4 Remove the palm rest see Removing the Palm Rest 5 Disconnect the speaker cable from the speaker cab
14. should perform repairs on your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty CAUTION To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on your computer gt gt gt BP CAUTI ON To help prevent damage to the system board remove the main battery see Removing the Battery before working inside the computer K NOTE Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for Mini Cards from sources other than Dell If you ordered a wireless Mini Card with your computer the card is already installed Your computer supports two Mini Card slots one full size and one half size one half Mini Card slot for WLAN one full Mini Card slot for WWAN K NOTE Depending on the configuration of the computer when it was sold the Mini Card slot may not have a Mini Card installed WWAN Card Removing the WWAN Card 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the battery see Removing the Battery 3 Remove the keyboard see Removing the Keyboard 4 Disconnect the antenna cables from the WWAN card 1 WWAN card 2 screw antenna cables 2 5 Remove the screw that secures the WWAN card to the system board 6 Lift the WWAN card out of the system board connector Replacing the WWAN Card 1 Follow the procedures in
15. strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on your computer A CAUTI ON To help prevent damage to the system board remove the main battery see Removing the Battery before working inside the computer Removing the System Board 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the battery see Removing the Battery 3 Remove the keyboard see Removing the Keyboard 4 Remove the palm rest see Removing the Palm Rest 5 Disconnect the speaker cable from the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Removing the Speakers 6 Remove the hard drive see Removing the Hard Drive 7 Remove the memory module see Removing the Memory Module 8 Remove the palm rest bracket see Removing the Palm Rest Bracket 9 Remove the Bluetooth card see Removing the Bluetooth Card 10 Remove the WWAN card if applicable see Removing the WWAN Card 11 Remove the WLAN card if applicable see Removing the WLAN Card 12 Remove the processor heat sink see Removing the Processor Heat Sink 13 Remove the memory and processor board see Removing the Memory and Processor Board 14 Disconnect the display cable camera cable processor fan cable AC adapter connector cable I O board cable and the LED board cable from the system board connectors 1 display cable connector 3 processor fan cable connector 4 AC adapter connector cable 1 O board cable connector
16. the Hard Drive 7 Replace the speakers see Replacing the Speakers 8 Replace the palm rest see Replacing the Palm Rest 9 Replace the keyboard see Replacing the Keyboard 10 Replace the battery see Replacing the Battery A CAUTI ON Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Battery Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual Removing the Battery Replacing the Battery A WARNING Before working inside your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practices information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_ compliance A CAUTI ON Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty A CAUTI ON To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on your computer A CAUTI ON To help prevent damage to the system board you must remove the battery from the battery bay before you begin working inside the computer Removing the Battery 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Turn the computer over 3 Slide the battery lock latch and t
17. your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practices information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_ compliance CAUTION Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty CAUTION To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on your computer CAUTION To help prevent damage to the system board remove the main battery see Removing the Battery before working inside the computer Removing the Palm Rest 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the battery see Removing the Battery 3 Remove the two screws that secure the palm rest to the computer base A CAUTI ON Carefully separate the palm rest from the palm rest bracket to avoid damage to the palm rest 4 Turn the computer over and starting at the right side or left side of the palm rest use your fingers or a flat blade screwdriver to separate the palm rest from the palm rest bracket 1 l palm rest l 5 Turn the palm rest over the keyboard to access the touch pad cable connector 6 Release the connector latch that secures the touch pad cable 7 Pull the pull tab on the touch pad cable to disconnect the touch pad cable f
18. 5 Connect the speaker cable to the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Replacing the Speakers 16 Replace the palm rest see Replacing the Palm Rest 17 Replace the keyboard see Replacing the Keyboard 18 Replace the battery see Replacing the Battery CAUTI ON Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer 19 Turn on the computer K NOTE After you have replaced the system board enter the computer s Service Tag into the BIOS of the replacement system board 20 Enter the Service Tag If you need help to enter the service tag contact Dell see Contacting Dell in the Setup Guide 21 The keyboard matrix may change after you replace the system board To set the keyboard matrix according to your country see Setting the Keyboard Matrix Setting the Keyboard Matrix 1 Turn off your computer see Turning Off Your Computer 2 If your computer is connected to the AC adapter disconnect the AC adapter from the computer 3 Press and hold the following key combination for the desired keyboard matrix o All countries except Brazil lt Fn gt lt S gt o Brazil only lt Fn gt lt E gt 4 Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector 5 Release the key combination Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Dell Inspiron 11 Service
19. 6 LED board cable connector 15 Remove the processor fan see Removing the Processor Fan 16 Remove the coin cell battery see Removing the Coin Cell Battery 17 Remove the three screws that secure the system board to the computer base 18 Lift the system board off the computer base z screws is fe Jsystem board Replacing the System Board 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Place the system board on the computer base 3 Replace the three screws that secure the system board to the computer base 4 Replace the processor fan see Replacing the Processor Fan 5 Connect the display cable camera cable processor fan cable AC adapter connector cable O board cable and the LED board cable to the system board connectors 6 Replace the WLAN card if applicable see Replacing the WLAN Card 7 Replace the WWAN card if applicable see Replacing the WWAN Card 8 Replace the memory and processor board see Replacing the Memory and Processor Board 9 Replace the processor heat sink see Replacing the Processor Heat Sink 10 Replace the coin cell battery see Replacing the Coin Cell Battery 11 Replace the Bluetooth card see Replacing the Bluetooth Card 12 Replace the palm rest bracket see Replacing the Palm Rest Bracket 13 Replace the memory module see Replacing the Memory Module 14 Replace the hard drive see Replacing the Hard Drive 1
20. Before You Begin 2 Remove the new WWAN card from its packaging A CAUTI ON Use firm and even pressure to slide the card into place If you use excessive force you may damage the connector 3 Insert the WWAN card connector at a 45 degree angle into the system board connector 4 Press the other end of the WWAN card down on the system board 5 Replace the screw that secures the WWAN card to the system board 6 Connect the appropriate antenna cables to the WWAN card you are installing The following table provides the antenna cable color scheme for the WWAN card supported by your computer Connectors on the Mini Card Antenna Cable Color Scheme WWAN 2 antenna cables Main WWAN white triangle white with gray stripe Auxiliary WWAN black triangle black with gray stripe 7 Replace the keyboard see Replacing the Keyboard 8 Replace the battery see Replacing the Battery CAUTI ON Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer 9 Install the drivers and utilities for your computer as required For more information see the Dell Technology Guide j NOTE If you are installing a communication card from a source other than Dell you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities For more generic driver information see the Dell Technology Guide WLAN Card Removing the WLAN C
21. Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual Before You Begin Coin Cell Battery Battery Wireless Mini Card s Keyboard Processor Heat Sink Palm Rest Memory and Processor Board Speakers I O Board Hard Drive AC Adapter Connector Memory Module Display Palm Rest Bracket Camera Board LED Board System Board Processor Fan Flashing the BIOS Internal Card With Bluetooth Wireless Technology Comprehensive Specifications Notes Cautions and Warnings K NOTE A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer A CAUTI ON A CAUTI ON indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem A WARNING A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage personal injury or death Information in this document is subject to change without notice 2009 Dell Inc All rights reserved Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc is strictly forbidden Trademarks used in this text Dell the DELL logo and Inspiron are trademarks of Dell Inc Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and is used by Dell under license Microsoft Windows Windows Vista and Windows Vista start button logo are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries Intel Celeron and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U
22. Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty CAUTION When you disconnect a cable pull on its connector or on its pull tab not on the cable itself Some cables have connectors with locking tabs if you are disconnecting this type of cable press in on the locking tabs before you disconnect the cable As you pull connectors apart keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins Also before you connect a cable ensure that both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned CAUTION To avoid damaging the computer perform the following steps before you begin working inside the computer Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from being scratched Turn off your computer see Turning Off Your Computer and all attached devices A CAUTI ON To disconnect a network cable first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug the cable from the network device 3 Disconnect all telephone or network cables from the computer 4 Press and eject any installed cards from the Memory Card Reader 5 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets 6 Disconnect all attached devices from your computer CAUTI ON To help prevent damage to the system board remove the main battery see Removing the Battery before working inside the computer 7 Re
23. Removing the Keyboard 4 Remove the palm rest see Removing the Palm Rest 5 Disconnect the speaker cable from the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Removing the Speakers 6 Remove the hard drive see Removing the Hard Drive 7 Remove the memory module see Removing the Memory Module 8 Remove the palm rest bracket see Removing the Palm Rest Bracket 1 0 board cable I O board cable connector a screw id 0 boar 9 Remove the screw that secures the O board to the computer base 10 Disconnect the I O board cable from the I O board cable connector 11 Lift the I O board out of the computer base Replacing the I O Board 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Align the connectors on the I O board with the slots on the computer base 3 Replace the screw that secures the I O board to the computer base 4 Connect the I O board cable to the I O board cable connector 5 Replace the palm rest bracket see Replacing the Palm Rest Bracket 6 Replace the memory module see Replacing the Memory Module 7 Replace the hard drive see Replacing the Hard Drive 8 Connect the speaker cable to the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Replacing the Speakers 9 Replace the palm rest see Replacing the Palm Rest 10 Replace the keyboard see Replacing the Keyboard 11 Replace the battery see Replacing the Battery A CAUTI ON Before turning on the computer replace
24. Technology Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual Removing the Bluetooth Card Replacing the Bluetooth Card A WARNING Before working inside your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practices information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_compliance A CAUTI ON Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty A CAUTI ON To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on your computer A CAUTI ON To help prevent damage to the system board remove the main battery see Removing the Battery before working inside the computer If you ordered a card with Bluetooth wireless technology with your computer it is already installed Removing the Bluetooth Card 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the battery see Removing the Battery 3 Remove the keyboard see Removing the Keyboard 4 Remove the palm rest see Removing the Palm Rest 5 Disconnect the speaker cable from the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Removing the Speakers 6 Remove the hard drive see Removing the Hard Drive 7 Remove the memory module see Removing the Memory Module 8 Remove the pal
25. a cable from the connector on the camera board 14 Lift the camera board off the display back cover 1 l camera cable connector 2 camera board Replacing the Camera Board 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Replace the camera board on the display cover 3 Connect the camera cable to the connector on the camera board 4 Replace the display panel see Replacing the Display Panel 5 Replace the display bezel see Replacing the Display Bezel 6 Replace the hinge caps see Replacing the Hinge Caps 7 Replace the display assembly see Replacing the Display Assembly 8 Replace the palm rest bracket see Replacing the Palm Rest Bracket 9 Replacing the memory module see Replacing the Memory Module 10 Replace the hard drive see Replacing the Hard Drive 11 Connect the speaker cable to the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Replacing the Speakers 12 Replace the palm rest see Replacing the Palm Rest 13 Replace the keyboard see Replacing the Keyboard 14 Replace the battery see Replacing the Battery CAUTI ON Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Comprehensive Specifications Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual This document provides information that you may
26. al safety best practices information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_ compliance A CAUTI ON Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty A CAUTI ON To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on your computer A CAUTI ON To help prevent damage to the system board remove the main battery see Removing the Battery before working inside the computer Removing the Camera Board 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the battery see Removing the Battery 3 Remove the keyboard see Removing the Keyboard 4 Remove the palm rest see Removing the Palm Rest 5 Disconnect the speaker cable from the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Removing the Speakers 6 Remove the hard drive see Removing the Hard Drive 7 Remove the memory module see Removing the Memory Module 8 Remove the palm rest bracket see Removing the Palm Rest Bracket 9 Remove the display assembly see Removing the Display Assembly 10 Remove the hinge caps see Removing the Hinge Caps 11 Remove the display bezel see Removing the Display Bezel 12 Remove the display panel see Removing the Display Panel 13 Disconnect the camer
27. all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Speakers Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual Removing the Speakers Replacing the Speakers A WARNING Before working inside your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practices information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_ compliance A CAUTI ON Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty A CAUTI ON To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on your computer A CAUTI ON To help prevent damage to the system board remove the main battery see Removing the Battery before working inside the computer Removing the Speakers 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the battery see Removing the Battery 3 Remove the palm rest see Removing the Palm Rest 4 Disconnect the speaker cable from the speaker cable connector on the 1 0 board 5 Make note of the cable routing and carefully dislodge the speaker cables from the routing guides 6 Remove the four screws two on each side that secure the speakers to the
28. ard 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the battery see Removing the Battery 3 Remove the keyboard see Removing the Keyboard 4 Remove the palm rest see Removing the Palm Rest 5 Disconnect the speaker cable from the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Removing the Speakers 6 Remove the hard drive see Removing the Hard Drive 7 Remove the memory module see Removing the Memory Module 8 Remove the palm rest bracket see Removing the Palm Rest Bracket 9 Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN card 10 Remove the screw that secures the WLAN card to the system board 11 Lift the WLAN card out of the system board connector A CAUTI ON When the Mini Card is not in the computer store it in protective antistatic packaging For more information see Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge in the safety information that shipped with your computer Replacing the WLAN Card 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the new WLAN card from its packaging LA CAUTION Use firm and even pressure to slide the card into place If you use excessive force you may damage the connector 3 Insert the WLAN card connector at a 45 degree angle into the system board connector 4 Press the other end of the WLAN card down on the system board 5 Replace the screw that secures the WLAN card to the system board 6 Connect the appropriate antenna cables to the
29. ce the palm rest bracket see Replacing the Palm Rest Bracket 9 Replace the memory module see Replacing the Memory Module 10 Replace the hard drive see Replacing the Hard Drive 11 Connect the speaker cable to the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Replacing the Speakers 12 Replace the palm rest see Replacing the Palm Rest 13 Replace the keyboard see Replacing the Keyboard 14 Replace the battery see Replacing the Battery CAUTI ON Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual Recommended Tools o Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer This manual provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer Unless otherwise noted each procedure assumes that the following conditions exist You have performed the steps in Turning Off Your Computer and Before Working Inside Your Computer You have read the safety information that shipped with your computer A component can be replaced or if purchased separately installed by performing the removal procedure in the reverse order Recommended Tools The procedures in this document may require the following tools Small flat blade screwdriver Phillips s
30. computer A CAUTI ON To help prevent damage to the system board remove the main battery see Removing the Battery before working inside the computer Display Assembly Removing the Display Assembly 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the battery see Removing the Battery 3 Remove the keyboard see Removing the Keyboard 4 Remove the palm rest see Removing the Palm Rest 5 Disconnect the speaker cable from the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Removing the Speakers 6 Remove the hard drive see Removing the Hard Drive 7 Remove the memory module see Removing the Memory Module 8 Remove the palm rest bracket see Removing the Palm Rest Bracket 9 Remove the I O board see Removing the I O Board 10 Disconnect the antenna cables from the WWAN card if applicable see Removing the WWAN Card 11 Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN card if applicable see Removing the WLAN Card 12 Make note of the cable routing and carefully dislodge the Mini Card antenna cables from the routing guides 13 Disconnect the display cable and the camera cable from the system board connectors 1 camera cable connector 2 display cable connector 3 Mini Card antenna cables 14 Remove the two screws one on each side that secure the display assembly to the computer base display assembly 15 Lift the display assembly off the computer
31. crewdriver Plastic scribe BIOS executable update program available at support dell com Turning Off Your Computer A 1 2 3 CAUTION To avoid losing data save and close all open files and exit all open programs before you turn off your computer Save and close all open files and exit all open programs Shut down the operating system click Start click the arrow and then click Shut Down Ensure that the computer is turned off If your computer did not automatically turn off when you shut down the operating system press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to help to ensure your own personal safety A A A A A gt WARNING Before working inside your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practices information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_compliance CAUTION To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on your computer CAUTION Handle components and cards with care Do not touch the components or contacts on a card Hold a card by its edges or by its metal mounting bracket Hold a component such as a processor by its edges not by its pins CAUTION
32. de the computer Removing the Coin Cell Battery 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the battery see Removing the Battery 3 Remove the keyboard see Removing the Keyboard 4 Remove the palm rest see Removing the Palm Rest 5 Disconnect the speaker cable from the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Removing the Speakers 6 Remove the hard drive see Removing the Hard Drive 7 Remove the memory module see Removing the Memory Module 8 Remove the palm rest bracket see Removing the Palm Rest Bracket 9 Remove the Bluetooth card see Removing the Bluetooth Card 10 Disconnect the coin cell battery cable from the system board connector 11 The coin cell battery is glued to the system board Using a plastic scribe pry the coin cell battery from the system board 1 coin cell battery 2 system board connector Replacing the Coin Cell Battery 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Use the adhesive on the coin cell battery and adhere it to the system board 3 Connect the coin cell battery cable to the system board connector 4 Replace the Bluetooth card see Replacing the Bluetooth Card 5 Replace the palm rest bracket see Replacing the Palm Rest Bracket 6 Replace the memory module see Replacing the Memory Module 7 Replace the hard drive see Replacing the Hard Drive 8 Connect the speaker cable to the speaker cable co
33. e Back to Contents Page Processor Fan Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual Removing the Processor Fan Replacing the Processor Fan A WARNING Before working inside your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practices information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_ compliance A CAUTI ON Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty A CAUTI ON To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on your computer A CAUTI ON To help prevent damage to the system board remove the main battery see Removing the Battery before working inside the computer Removing the Processor Fan 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the battery see Removing the Battery 3 Remove the keyboard see Removing the Keyboard 4 Remove the palm rest see Removing the Palm Rest 5 Disconnect the speaker cable from the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Removing the Speakers 6 Remove the hard drive see Removing the Hard Drive 7 Remove the memory module see Removing the Memory Module 8 Remove the palm rest bracket see Removing the Palm Rest Bracket 9 Remove the scre
34. essor heat sink 4 Replace the palm rest bracket see Replacing the Palm Rest Bracket 5 Replace the memory module see Replacing the Memory Module 6 Replace the hard drive see Replacing the Hard Drive 7 Connect the speaker cable to the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Replacing the Speakers 8 Replace the palm rest see Replacing the Palm Rest 9 Replace the keyboard see Replacing the Keyboard 10 Replace the battery see Replacing the Battery CAUTI ON Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Display Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual Display Assembly Hinge Caps Display Bezel Display Panel Brackets Display Panel A WARNING Before working inside your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practices information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_ compliance A CAUTI ON Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty A CAUTI ON To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on your
35. he battery release latch to the unlock position 4 Pull the battery up and out of the battery bay battery lock latch Replacing the Battery BX CAUTION To avoid damage to the computer use only the battery designed for this particular Dell computer Do not use batteries designed for other Dell computers 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Align the slots on the battery with the tabs in the battery bay 3 Push the battery in place till it snaps into place 4 Slide the battery lock latch to the lock position Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Coin Cell Battery Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual Removing the Coin Cell Battery Replacing the Coin Cell Battery A WARNING Before working inside your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practices information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_compliance A CAUTI ON Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty A CAUTI ON To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on your computer A CAUTI ON To help prevent damage to the system board remove the main battery see Removing the Battery before working insi
36. ive EEN gt D DP DP DP BP WARNING Before working inside your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practices information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_ compliance WARNING If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive CAUTION Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty CAUTION To prevent data loss turn off your computer see Turning Off Your Computer before removing the hard drive Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is On or in Sleep state CAUTION Hard drives are extremely fragile Exercise care when handling the hard drive CAUTION To help prevent damage to the system board remove the main battery see Removing the Battery before working inside the computer NOTE Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell NOTE If you are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell you need to install an operating system drivers and utilities on the new hard drive see the Dell Technology Guide Removing the Hard Drive Follow the procedures in Before You Begin Remove the battery see Removing the Battery Remove the keyboard see Removing the Keyboard
37. le connector on the I O board see Removing the Speakers 6 Remove the hard drive see Removing the Hard Drive 7 Remove the memory module see Removing the Memory Module 8 Remove the palm rest bracket see Removing the Palm Rest Bracket 9 Disconnect the LED board cable from the system board connector 10 Remove the screw that secures the LED board to the computer base 11 Lift the LED board off the computer base 1 screw 2 LED board system board connector Replacing the LED Board 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Place the LED board on the computer base 3 Replace the screw that secures the LED board to the computer base 4 Connect the LED board cable to the system board connector 5 Replace the palm rest bracket see Replacing the Palm Rest Bracket 6 Replace the memory module see Replacing the Memory Module 7 Replace the hard drive see Replacing the Hard Drive 8 Connect the speaker cable to the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Replacing the Speakers 9 Replace the palm rest see Replacing the Palm Rest 10 Replace the keyboard see Replacing the Keyboard 11 Replace the battery see Replacing the Battery A CAUTI ON Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer Back to Contents Page Back to Contents
38. lm rest see Removing the Palm Rest 5 Disconnect the speaker cable from the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Removing the Speakers 6 Remove the hard drive see Removing the Hard Drive 7 Remove the memory module see Removing the Memory Module 8 Remove the palm rest bracket see Removing the Palm Rest Bracket 9 Remove the I O board see Removing the I O Board 10 Disconnect the antenna cables from the WWAN card if applicable see Removing the WWAN Card 11 Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN card if applicable see Removing the WLAN Card 12 Make note of the cable routing and carefully dislodge the Mini Card antenna cables from the routing guides 13 Disconnect the AC adapter connector cable from the system board connector 14 Lift the AC adapter connector off the computer base 1 AC adapter connector 2 system board connector Replacing the AC Adapter Connector 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Place the AC adapter connector on the system board 3 Connect the AC adapter connector cable to the system board connector 4 Route the Mini Card antenna cables through the routing guides 5 Connect the antenna cables to the WWAN card if applicable see Replacing the WWAN Card 6 Connect the antenna cables to the WLAN card if applicable see Replacing the WLAN Card 7 Replace the I O board see Replacing the I O Board 8 Repla
39. m rest bracket see Removing the Palm Rest Bracket 9 Remove the screw that secures the Bluetooth card to the system board 10 Lift the Bluetooth card to disconnect it from the system board connector 1 screw 2 Bluetooth card Replacing the Bluetooth Card 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Align the connector on the Bluetooth card with the connector on the system board and press gently 3 Replace the screw that secures the Bluetooth card to the system board 4 Replace the palm rest bracket see Replacing the Palm Rest Bracket 5 Replace the memory module see Replacing the Memory Module 6 Replace the hard drive see Replacing the Hard Drive 7 Connect the speaker cable to the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Replacing the Speakers 8 Replace the palm rest see Replacing the Palm Rest 9 Replace the keyboard see Replacing the Keyboard 10 Replace the battery see Replacing the Battery A CAUTI ON Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Camera Board Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual Removing the Camera Board Replacing the Camera Board A WARNING Before working inside your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For addition
40. move the battery see Removing the Battery 8 Turn the computer top side up open the display and press the power button to ground the system board Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual 1 Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in the main battery is properly installed and a network cable is attached 2 Turn on the computer 3 Locate the latest BIOS update file for your computer at support dell com 4 Click Drivers amp Downloads Select Model 5 Select the type of product in the Select Your Product Family list 6 Select the product brand in the Select Your Product Line list 7 Select the product model number in the Select Your Product Model list K NOTE If you have selected a different model and want to start over again click Start Over on the top right of the menu 8 Click Confirm 9 A list of results appear on the screen Click BIOS 10 Click Download Now to download the latest BIOS file The File Download window appears 11 Click Save to save the file on your desktop The file downloads to your desktop 12 Click Close if the Download Complete window appears The file icon appears on your desktop and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file 13 Double click the file icon on the desktop and follow the procedures that appear on the screen Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Internal Card With Bluetooth Wireless
41. move the four screws that secure the memory and processor board to the computer base 11 Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on either side of the memory and processor board connector until the board pops up screws 4 2 memory and processor board connector 5 securing clips 2 4 memory and processor board 12 Lift the memory and processor board off the system board Replacing the Memory and Processor Board 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Align the notch in the memory and processor board with the tab in the connector 3 Slide the memory and processor board firmly into the slot at a 30 degree angle and press the memory and processor board down until it clicks into place If you do not hear the click remove the memory and processor board and reinstall it 4 Replace the four screws that secure the memory and processor board to the system board 5 Replace the processor heat sink see Replacing the Processor Heat Sink 6 Replace the palm rest bracket see Replacing the Palm Rest Bracket 7 Replace the memory module see Replacing the Memory Module 8 Replace the hard drive see Replacing the Hard Drive 9 Connect the speaker cable to the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Replacing the Speakers 10 Replace the palm rest see Replacing the Palm Rest 11 Replace the keyboard see Replacing the Keyboard 12 Replace the battery
42. n damage to the computer Display Panel Removing the Display Panel 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the display assembly see Removing the Display Assembly 3 Remove the hinge caps see Removing the Hinge Caps 4 Remove the display bezel see Removing the Display Bezel 5 Remove the display panel brackets see Removing the Display Panel Brackets 6 Turn the display panel over as shown in the illustration 1 display panel 7 Peel the pull tab on the display cable and lift the pull tab to disconnect the display cable from the display cable connector display cable connector pull tab display back cover display panel 8 Lift the display panel off the display back cover Replacing the Display Panel 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Connect the display cable to the display cable connector on the display panel 3 Align the display panel with the display back cover 4 Replace the display panel brackets see Replacing the Display Panel Brackets 5 Replace the display bezel see Replacing the Display Bezel 6 Replace the hinge caps see Replacing the Hinge Caps 7 Replace the display assembly see Replacing the Display Assembly CAUTION Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer Back to Contents Pag
43. nd yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on your computer CAUTION To help prevent damage to the system board remove the main battery see Removing the Battery before working inside the computer Removing the Palm Rest Bracket 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the battery see Removing the Battery 3 Remove the keyboard see Removing the Keyboard 4 Remove the palm rest see Removing the Palm Rest 5 Remove the speakers see Removing the Speakers 6 Remove the hard drive see Removing the Hard Drive 7 Turn the computer over and remove the four screws from the computer base 8 Turn the computer top side up open the display and remove the four screws that secure the palm rest bracket to the computer base 9 Disconnect the power button cable from the system board connector power button cable 2 screws 4 1 r 10 Lift the palm rest bracket off the computer base Replacing the Palm Rest Bracket 1 Follow the procedure in Before You Begin 2 Place the palm rest bracket on the computer base 3 Replace the four screws that secure the palm rest bracket to the computer base 4 Connect the power button cable to the system board connector 5 Turn the computer over and replace the four screws that secure the palm rest bracket to the computer base 6 Replace the hard drive see Replacing
44. need when setting up updating drivers for and upgrading your computer K NOTE Offerings may vary by region For more information regarding the configuration of your computer click Start Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer Processor Type Intel Celeron Intel Pentium External bus frequency 800 MHz L2 cache 1 MB or 2 MB Memory Connectors one internally accessible SO DIMM socket Memory type 800 MHz DDR2 Memory configuration possible 1 GB 2 GB or 4 GB Computer I nformation System chipset Intel GS45 Data bus width 64 bits DRAM bus width single channel 64 bit buses Processor address bus width 32 bits Flash EPROM Communications m w Network adapter 10 100 Ethernet LAN on system board Wireless internal WLAN Mini Card with WiFi Optional WWAN and Bluetooth Mini Cards Video UMA Audio Ports and Connectors Network adapter one RJ 45 connector USB HDMI Display Type Dimensions Height Width Diagonal Maximum resolution Refresh rate Operating angle Luminance Viewing Angles Horizontal Vertical Pixel pitch Controls Keyboard Backlit Number of keys Layout Camera Pixel Video resolution Diagonal viewing angle Touch Pad X Y position resolution graphics table mode Size
45. nnector on the I O board see Replacing the Speakers 9 Replace the palm rest see Replacing the Palm Rest 10 Replace the keyboard see Replacing the Keyboard 11 Replace the battery see Replacing the Battery CAUTI ON Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page I O Board Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual Removing the I O Board Replacing the I O Board A WARNING Before working inside your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practices information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_ compliance A CAUTI ON Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty A CAUTI ON To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on your computer A CAUTI ON To help prevent damage to the system board remove the main battery see Removing the Battery before working inside the computer Removing the I O Board 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the battery see Removing the Battery 3 Remove the keyboard see
46. on see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_ compliance A CAUTI ON Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty A CAUTI ON To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on your computer A CAUTI ON To help prevent damage to the system board remove the main battery see Removing the Battery before working inside the computer Removing the Memory and Processor Board 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the battery see Removing the Battery 3 Remove the keyboard see Removing the Keyboard 4 Remove the palm rest see Removing the Palm Rest 5 Disconnect the speaker cable from the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Removing the Speakers 6 Remove the hard drive see Removing the Hard Drive 7 Remove the memory module see Removing the Memory Module 8 Remove the palm rest bracket see Removing the Palm Rest Bracket 9 Remove the processor heat sink see Removing the Processor Heat Sink CAUTION When the memory and processor board is removed from the computer store it in protective antistatic packaging see Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge in the safety instructions that shipped with your computer 10 Re
47. rom the touch pad cable connector 8 Lift the palm rest off the computer touch pad cable connector connector latch pull tab a touch pad cable Replacing the Palm Rest 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Slide the touch pad cable into the touch pad cable connector Gently push back the connector latch to secure the touch pad cable to the touch pad cable connector 3 Align the palm rest on the palm rest bracket and gently snap the palm rest into place 4 Turn the computer over and replace the two screws that secure the palm rest to the computer base 5 Replace the battery see Replacing the Battery A CAUTI ON Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Palm Rest Bracket Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual Removing the Palm Rest Bracket Replacing the Palm Rest Bracket WARNING Before working inside your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practices information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_compliance CAUTION Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty CAUTION To avoid electrostatic discharge grou
48. s of each hinge cap and lift the hinge caps out 74 1 l hinge caps 2 l Replacing the Hinge Caps 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Place the hinge caps on the hinges and push them in 3 Replace the display assembly see Replacing the Display Assembly CAUTI ON Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer Display Bezel Removing the Display Bezel A CAUTI ON The display bezel is extremely fragile Be careful when removing it to prevent damaging the bezel 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the display assembly see Removing the Display Assembly 3 Remove the hinge caps see Removing the Hinge Caps 4 Remove the two rubber pads one on either side covering the screws on the display bezel 5 Remove the two screws that secure the display bezel to the display back cover 6 Using your fingertips carefully pry up the inside edge of the display bezel 7 Remove the display bezel 1 display bezel 2 rubber pads 2 Replacing the Display Bezel 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Align the display bezel over the display panel and gently snap into place 3 Replace the two screws that secure the display bezel to the display back cover 4 Replace the two rubber pads one on either side over the displa
49. see Replacing the Battery A CAUTI ON Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Processor Heat Sink Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual Removing the Processor Heat Sink Replacing the Processor Heat Sink WARNING Before working inside your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practices information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_compliance WARNING If you remove the processor heat sink from the computer when the heat sink is hot do not touch the metal housing of the heat sink CAUTION Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty CAUTION To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on your computer gt gt Db BR PB CAUTION To help prevent damage to the system board remove the main battery see Removing the Battery before working inside the computer Removing the Processor Heat Sink 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the battery see Removing the Battery 3 Remove the keyboard see
50. tery A CAUTI ON Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer 9 Install the operating system for your computer as needed See Restoring Your Operating System in the Setup Guide 10 Install the drivers and utilities for your computer as needed See Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities in the Dell Technology Guide Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard WARNING Before working inside your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practices information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_ compliance CAUTION Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty CAUTION To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on your computer CAUTION To help prevent damage to the system board remove the main battery see Removing the Battery before working inside the computer Removing the Keyboard 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the battery see Removing the Battery
51. w that secures the processor fan to the computer base 10 Disconnect the processor fan cable from the system board connector 1 processor fan cable connector 2 processor fan 11 Lift the processor fan along with the cable off the system board Replacing the Processor Fan K NOTE This procedure assumes that you have already removed the processor fan and are ready to replace it 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Place the processor fan on the system board 3 Replace the screw that secures the processor fan to the computer base 4 Connect the processor fan cable to the system board connector 5 Replace the palm rest bracket see Replacing the Palm Rest Bracket 6 Replace the memory module see Replacing the Memory Module 7 Replace the hard drive see Replacing the Hard Drive 8 Connect the speaker cable to the speaker cable connector on the I O board see Replacing the Speakers 9 Replace the palm rest see Replacing the Palm Rest 10 Replace the keyboard see Replacing the Keyboard 11 Replace the battery see Replacing the Battery CAUTION Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell Inspiron 11 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Dr
52. y bezel screws 5 Replace the hinge caps see Replacing the Hinge Caps 6 Replace the display assembly see Replacing the Display Assembly CAUTI ON Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer Display Panel Brackets Removing the Display Panel Brackets 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the display assembly see Removing the Display Assembly 3 Remove the hinge caps see Removing the Hinge Caps 4 Remove the display bezel see Removing the Display Bezel 5 Remove the four screws two on each bracket that secure the display panel brackets to the display back cover 6 Lift the display panel brackets off the display panel 1 screws 4 2 display panel brackets 2 Replacing the Display Panel Brackets 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Replace the display panel brackets 3 Replace the four screws two on each bracket that secure the display panel brackets to the display back cover 4 Replace the display bezel see Replacing the Display Bezel 5 Replace the hinge caps see Replacing the Hinge Caps 6 Replace the display assembly see Replacing the Display Assembly CAUTION Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result i

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